FRIDAY 8/18/17
9:30am Family Yoga @ Franklin Public Library
12-6pm Franklin Farmers Market @ Town Common
3:30pm Lemonade and Giant Legos @ Franklin Public Library
SATURDAY 8/19/17
9am-5pm Random Smile Project: 5th Annual Wiffle Ball Tournament @ Fletcher Field
9-10am Rep Roy Office Hours @ Galante Restaurant in Medway
10-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
6pm Vet Ruck Walk coming through Franklin @ Franklin Town Common
SUNDAY 8/20/17
1-4pm Farm Bureau Harvest Festival @ Pour Richard’s
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
MONDAY 8/21/17
7pm Learn to Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF
WEDNESDAY 8/23/17
6-9pm Local Author Kim Rezendes @ La Cantina Winery
6:30-8pm Concerts on the Common: The Leeds/Elaine Kessler - Children's Program (rescheduled from 7/12) @ Franklin Town Common
THURSDAY 8/24/17
1-6pm American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Elks Lodge
5-8pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
7-8pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
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Friday, August 18, 2017
"it’s no surprise to see exceptional results like these”
FHS Class of 2015 graduate Kyle Pandiscio is making waves!
https://www.isenberg.umass.edu/news/student-team-wins-national-advertising-competition
Thanks to the helpful reader for tipping this our way!
"In a field of 1150 teams, Isenberg undergraduate Kyle Pandiscio ’19 (Marketing) and Julia Keefe ’17 (BDIC) won first-place honors in the billboard display category in Project Yellow Light, a national advertising competition that promotes safe driving practices. The competition’s high-profile sponsors include AdCouncil, Clear Channel, I Heart Radio, Mazda, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U-Haul, and the National Organizations for Youth Safety. Unveiled on a Times Square billboard on June 7, the winning design by the UMass Amherst duo currently graces more than 1,000 Clear Channel digital billboards across the nation.
Kyle and Julia’s concept, captured in the photo, marshals “auto-correct”-inspired messaging to convey a dire consequence of driving while texting. With no-nonsense clarity, the billboard’s message reminds drivers to self-correct (i.e., eliminate) the potentially fatal habit of texting while driving—auto-correction for auto drivers, if you will."Continue reading about Kyle
https://www.isenberg.umass.edu/news/student-team-wins-national-advertising-competition
Student Team Wins National Advertising Competition (UMass immge) |
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8th Anniversary of LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin
Celebrate the 8th Anniversary of Let's Laugh Today in Franklin with laughter and refreshments and feel like a little kid again!
Boost your joy factor, lighten up, release happy chemicals and open channels of expression and well-being to source your natural aliveness!
Experience the health benefits of joyful laughter on Wednesday, September 13th from 7:30pm to 8:45pm at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. They meet the second Wednesday of every month.
Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation.
It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience!
New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating.
Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com. See other opportunities to laugh at www.letslaughtoday.com.
Boost your joy factor, lighten up, release happy chemicals and open channels of expression and well-being to source your natural aliveness!
Experience the health benefits of joyful laughter on Wednesday, September 13th from 7:30pm to 8:45pm at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. They meet the second Wednesday of every month.
Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation.
It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience!
New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating.
Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com. See other opportunities to laugh at www.letslaughtoday.com.
8th Anniversary of LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin |
Franklin Almanac Episode 8 (YouTube)
Franklin Almanac Episode 8 With Host Polikseni Manxhari is available for replay on YouTube. The show was originally posted on Jul 5, 2017
- Intro - 00:00-00:42
- Strawberry Stroll - 00:43-06:30
- Interview with Nan Rafter - 06:31-14:52
- Plaque dedication for Harvey Nasuti - 14:53-20:00
- LED streetlights - 20:01-27:40
- Final Thoughts - 27:41-29:57
Fletcher Field flag pole honors Harvey Nasuti 1 |
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Announcement Regarding Tree Pruning for Aug-Sep-Oct
National Grid will have ABC Professional Tree Service in town for approximately three months starting August 23, 2017. They will be performing preventive tree pruning to their electrical lines throughout the town.
If you have any questions you can contact Michelle Badolato at 508-482-1073.
Read more: http://www.franklinma.gov/node/136063
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If you have any questions you can contact Michelle Badolato at 508-482-1073.
Read more: http://www.franklinma.gov/node/136063
This is an automatic message from Town of Franklin MA
Announcement Regarding Tree Pruning for Aug-Sep-Oct |
23rd Annual Backpack Drive
The St. Mary's Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is excited to announce its 23rd annual collection of back-to-school supplies to help children prepare for a wonderful school year. If you would like to participate, please buy a school backpack, and fill it with back to school supplies.
Please label the backpack either Grades K-3, Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8, or Grades 9-12.
The backpacks should not be specific for either a boy or a girl.
The backpacks may be dropped off in Sacred Heart Hall (lower level of the church) on the weekend of August 19/20 and on Monday, (August 21st) until noon.
Members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will deliver backpacks to families in town with school-aged children. We are also hoping to have enough backpacks to offer them to families living in area shelters.
Last year, 132 children and teens benefited from your generosity. It is so important for children and youth to see the goodness in the world.
Suggestions for supplies may be found on our website.
http://stmarysfranklin.org/media/1/19/2017%20BackpackDrive&List.pdf
Lists are also available at the front doors of the church.
Please label the backpack either Grades K-3, Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8, or Grades 9-12.
The backpacks should not be specific for either a boy or a girl.
The backpacks may be dropped off in Sacred Heart Hall (lower level of the church) on the weekend of August 19/20 and on Monday, (August 21st) until noon.
Members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will deliver backpacks to families in town with school-aged children. We are also hoping to have enough backpacks to offer them to families living in area shelters.
Last year, 132 children and teens benefited from your generosity. It is so important for children and youth to see the goodness in the world.
Suggestions for supplies may be found on our website.
http://stmarysfranklin.org/media/1/19/2017%20BackpackDrive&List.pdf
Lists are also available at the front doors of the church.
23rd Annual Backpack Drive |
Franklin Public Library: Teen Book Brunch - Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party
Two events are scheduled at the Franklin Public Library for Friday, August 18. The Teen Book Brunch, Friday, will be held at 10:30 AM and the Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party begins at 3:00 PM
This was shared from the Franklin Library webpages
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/08/teen-book-brunch-friday-august-18-1030.html
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/08/summer-reading-wrap-up-party-friday.html
Franklin Public Library: Teen Book Brunch |
Franklin Public Library: Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party |
This was shared from the Franklin Library webpages
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/08/teen-book-brunch-friday-august-18-1030.html
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/08/summer-reading-wrap-up-party-friday.html
MassBudget is Hiring!
Job opening for Senior Policy Analyst or Policy Analyst
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Harvest Festival - Aug 20
Meet your local farmers and sample cocktails and food made with locally grown produce, cheese, ice cream, and meats!
All food prepared by Chef Daniele Baliani of Waltham’s La Campania Ristorante.
Cocktails prepared by Palm Bay’s Corey Bunnewith.
Plus two local breweries and delicious organic and sustainable Italian wines.
Celebrate Local. Celebrate Small. Celebrate Delicious!
100% of your ticket will be donated to the Norfolk County Chapter of Mass Farm Bureau Scholarship Fund. Pour Richard’s will also donate a portion of sales. Big thanks to the farmers who donated product and made this event possible!
The Harvest Festival will be held this Sunday, Aug 20 at Pour Richard's at 14 Grove St, Franklin from 1 to 4 PM. Tickets $10 at door.
All food prepared by Chef Daniele Baliani of Waltham’s La Campania Ristorante.
Cocktails prepared by Palm Bay’s Corey Bunnewith.
Plus two local breweries and delicious organic and sustainable Italian wines.
Celebrate Local. Celebrate Small. Celebrate Delicious!
100% of your ticket will be donated to the Norfolk County Chapter of Mass Farm Bureau Scholarship Fund. Pour Richard’s will also donate a portion of sales. Big thanks to the farmers who donated product and made this event possible!
The Harvest Festival will be held this Sunday, Aug 20 at Pour Richard's at 14 Grove St, Franklin from 1 to 4 PM. Tickets $10 at door.
Harvest Festival - Aug 20 |
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Concerts on the Common: Matt Zajac and Friends - Aug 16
Set aside Wednesday evening for "family night" on the common. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic meal; relax and enjoy the evening.
In the event of rain, the concert will be held at:St Mary's/Ben Franklin Charter School - across the street from the common.
Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Children's Programs 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Note the July 12 concert which was rained out has been rescheduled for Aug 23
August 16 - Matt Zajac and Friends
Concerts on the Common: Matt Zajac and Friends - Aug 16 |
Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Children's Programs 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Note the July 12 concert which was rained out has been rescheduled for Aug 23
August 23 - Leeds
- Elaine Kess1er - Children's program
Furry Friends of Franklin Dog Park says "Thank you!"
I like to thank all the volunteers that came to help out on August 12th, at the Franklin Dog Park clean up.
Sincerely,
Gennarino D'Onofrio
Furry Friends of The Franklin Dog Park
Sincerely,
Gennarino D'Onofrio
Furry Friends of The Franklin Dog Park
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinDogPark/ |
The Cake Bar's Alec Callahan
"Today we’d like to introduce you to Alec Callahan.
Alec, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
Growing up I had many interests such as sports, I loved playing baseball, reading comic books and super heroes which is an obsession still to this day. I would say one of the main reasons I ended up going toward the culinary field was coming from such a large family that was cooking all the time. No matter what time of day it was it felt like my mom and aunts were in the kitchen cooking. Sometimes I would offer to help but the majority of the time I would just complain and ask if it was ready yet. I grew up with my older brother and 2 cousins who are basically my sisters. The 4 of us were always together and did anything and everything together including going out to eat to the point of being a well-known foursome in many of the town’s local restaurants. Our tastes have changed but not our love of food."
Read the remainder of Alec's article online
http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-alec-callahan-cake-bar-franklin-ma/
The Cake Bar's Alec Callahan |
Attention Franklin Residents: Unclaimed Checks
The Treasurer/Collector has posted over 60 outstanding checks amounting to over $22,000 to the Town of Franklin webpage. If you are on the listing, you can contact the Treasurer/Collectors office to begin the process of obtaining the funds.
Treasurer/Collector webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector
Outstanding Funds Process (also copied below)
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector/news/town-franklin-outstanding-check-process
You can also find the listing on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/fleet_outstanding_checks_posted_to_the_web_site_7-21-17.pdf
CHAPTER 200A SECTION 9A: On or before November first of each year the treasurer of any city or town holding checks issued by said city or town which have not been cashed and which are deemed abandoned under section five may issue a written determination that it is in the best interest of said city or town to follow the procedures set out in this section.
Checks issued by the Town of Franklin that remain un-cashed are subject to the following actions:
Please contact the Treasurer’s Office
2. What happens if no one claims a check?
Checks that remain unclaimed after all the necessary steps have been taken are returned to the town's general fund.
3. I received notice of an un-cashed check, what is it for?
Checks issued from the Town of Franklin could be refunds of overpayments of taxes, payment of an invoice or payroll checks. You should contact the Treasurer’s office at 508-520-4950 for more information.
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector/news/town-franklin-outstanding-check-process
Treasurer/Collector webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector
Outstanding Funds Process (also copied below)
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector/news/town-franklin-outstanding-check-process
Did you know there are six ways to pay bills? |
You can also find the listing on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/fleet_outstanding_checks_posted_to_the_web_site_7-21-17.pdf
MASS GENERAL LAW CHAPTER 200A SECTION 5: Subject to the provision of section one A, all intangible personal property not otherwise presumed to have been abandoned under any other section of this chapter, including but not limited to all certificates of ownership, dividends, stocks, bonds, money, drafts and claims for money and credit …. shall be presumed abandoned unless claimed by the beneficiary or person entitled thereto within three years after the date prescribed for payment or delivery.
CHAPTER 200A SECTION 9A: On or before November first of each year the treasurer of any city or town holding checks issued by said city or town which have not been cashed and which are deemed abandoned under section five may issue a written determination that it is in the best interest of said city or town to follow the procedures set out in this section.
Checks issued by the Town of Franklin that remain un-cashed are subject to the following actions:
- Letters are sent to payee's of un-cashed checks along with an acknowledgement form for claiming the funds.
- For checks over $100.00 an advertisement is placed in the local newspaper.
- An un-claimed check list is posted on the web-site.
FAQ:
1. What if my name appears on the list, how do I claim my money?Please contact the Treasurer’s Office
2. What happens if no one claims a check?
Checks that remain unclaimed after all the necessary steps have been taken are returned to the town's general fund.
3. I received notice of an un-cashed check, what is it for?
Checks issued from the Town of Franklin could be refunds of overpayments of taxes, payment of an invoice or payroll checks. You should contact the Treasurer’s office at 508-520-4950 for more information.
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector/news/town-franklin-outstanding-check-process
Mass Cultural Council: Artist News - August
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"I think kindness and goodness prevailed”
"Hate is difficult to track.
The Southern Poverty Law Center, which tracks hate groups across the country, has pegged a single group in the MetroWest and Milford area - Framingham-based Concerned Citizens and Friends of Illegal Immigration Law Enforcement (CCFIILE) – out of 12 groups in Massachusetts.
The most recent numbers from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, which tracks hate crimes across the country, have 411 such crimes reported in Massachusetts in 2015. Six came from the Milford or MetroWest area, and none were as high profile as the Charlottesville, Virginia rally that ended in a woman’s death last weekend.
That doesn’t mean those six incidents and one group haven’t been harmful, civil rights groups say."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170815/police-say-hate-crimes-not-huge-concern-locally
sign on some Franklin lawns |
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Economic Development Committee - meeting audio - Aug 9, 2017
FM #131
This internet radio show or podcast is number 131 in the series for Franklin Matters. This captured the audio recording of the Economic Development Committee (EDC) meeting held August 9, 2017.
EDC Chair Andy Bissanti opens the meeting ad after some discussion on the two agenda items with approval to bring them to the Town Council as formal proposals, the meeting adjourned..
Worthy of note, there were additional councilors in the room when Council Chair Matt Kelly stopped by just before the meeting. Tom Mercer got up and left, Debbie Pellegri remained. This becomes an item towards the end of the meeting when Debbie tries to ask a question. Per Peter Padula, a Town Councilor, not a member of the committee, can be present in the meeting as long as they do not take any active part in the meeting. THey can only observe. If they take part, then their presence can raise a question on whether the Council has enough members for a quorum. As there are four Town Councilors on the Committee (Chair Bissanti, Padula, Vallee, and Pfeffer), another participating Town Councilor raise the participation to five which is sufficient for a Town Council meeting.
Without further ado, here is the recording
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This brings the recording of the Economic Development Committee (EDC) meeting held August 9, 2017 to a close..
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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission
I hope you enjoy!
The notes for the meeting were also published here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/08/economic-development-committee-quick.html
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